SMS Sender ID Registration
UAE, India, Saudi Arabia & 20+ Countries
Apply for your SMS sender ID online. Upload required documents. BulkSMSHub handles all regulatory submissions with TDRA (UAE), TRAI/DLT (India), CITC (Saudi Arabia), CRA (Qatar) and 20+ telecom regulators worldwide.
TDRA sender ID UAE • DLT SMS registration India • CITC sender ID Saudi Arabia • CRA sender ID Qatar • TRA Bahrain • NTRA Egypt • TRA Oman • 10DLC USA • SMS header registration • alpha sender ID • sender name registration • SMS originator registration
Select Your Country to See Exact Requirements
Click any country card to auto-fill the registration form. Each country has different regulatory requirements, documents and approval timelines.
Sender ID Registration Requirements by Country
Exact documents and regulatory bodies for each supported country. BulkSMSHub handles all regulatory submissions once documents are received.
| Country | Regulator | Sender ID Rules | Required Documents | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇪 UAE | TDRA (Etisalat + du) | Max 11 chars, alphanumeric, no spaces, must match business name | UAE Trade Licence, Emirates ID (authorized signatory), Desired sender name, Business category | 3–5 days |
| 🇮🇳 India | TRAI / DLT | Max 6 chars (header), DLT entity + header + template all required | GST Certificate, Entity PAN, Certificate of Incorporation, Authorization Letter, DLT entity registration proof | 5–7 days |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | CITC | Max 11 chars, must be Arabic or English brand name, no generic words | Commercial Registration (CR), National Address Certificate, Authorized Signatory Letter, Business Description | 5–10 days |
| 🇶🇦 Qatar | CRA | Max 11 chars, alphanumeric, brand name or abbreviation | Qatar Commercial Registration, Authorization Letter, Business Description, Desired sender name | 5–7 days |
| 🇧🇭 Bahrain | TRA Bahrain | Max 11 chars, must represent business entity | Bahrain CR, MOICT Approval (if required), Authorization Letter on letterhead, Business type | 5–7 days |
| 🇰🇼 Kuwait | CITRA | Max 11 chars, brand name only, Arabic/English | Kuwait Commercial Registration, Civil ID (authorized signatory), Authorization Letter, Business description | 7–14 days |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | NTRA | Max 11 chars, must match commercial name | Commercial Register (CR), Tax Registration Card, Authorization Letter, Desired sender ID | 7–14 days |
| 🃊 Oman | TRA Oman | Max 11 chars, alphanumeric, business name | Oman Commercial Registration, Authorization Letter, Business category, Desired sender name | 7–10 days |
| 🇬🇧 UK | Ofcom / MNO | Max 11 chars, must be registered business name | Companies House Registration, Authorization Letter, Message sample | 2–5 days |
| 🇺🇸 USA | 10DLC / TCR | Long code registration (10DLC), brand + campaign registration required | EIN, Legal Business Name, Website URL, Message use case, Sample messages, Contact info | 3–5 days |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | IMDA / SSR | Singapore SMS Sender Registration (SSR), all sender IDs required from Jan 2023 | ACRA Business Registration, UEN, Authorization Letter, Sender name justification | 5–7 days |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | ACMA / MNO | Max 11 chars, business name only | ABN (Australian Business Number), Company Registration, Authorization Letter | 3–7 days |
| 🇳🇬 Nigeria | NCC | Max 11 chars, must be brand or business name | CAC (Corporate Affairs Commission) Registration, NCC Application Form, Authorization Letter on letterhead | 7–14 days |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | PTA | Max 11 chars, alphanumeric, registered brand only | SECP Registration, NTN (National Tax Number), Authorization Letter, Business description | 7–14 days |
| 🇲🇾 Malaysia | MCMC | Max 11 chars, registered entity name | SSM (Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia) Registration, Authorization Letter, Business description | 5–10 days |
Sender ID Registration Process — 4 Simple Steps
Fill the Form
Select your country, enter your desired sender ID and business details. Upload required documents in the form.
We Review Documents
Our compliance team reviews your documents within 4 business hours and contacts you if anything is missing.
Regulatory Submission
We submit to the relevant regulator (TDRA, DLT, CITC, CRA etc.) on your behalf. You receive a tracking reference.
Sender ID Activated
Once approved, your sender ID is activated on your BulkSMSHub account. You receive email confirmation.
Sender ID Registration — Frequently Asked Questions
What is an SMS Sender ID?
An SMS Sender ID (also called sender name, alpha tag, SMS header or originator) is the name displayed instead of a phone number when you send bulk SMS. For example, recipients see "BulkSMS" instead of "+971501234567". Sender IDs must be registered with local telecom regulators in most countries to prevent spam and ensure brand authenticity.
What is TDRA sender ID registration in UAE?
In UAE, all commercial SMS sender IDs must be registered with the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) through both Etisalat (e&) and du. Requirements: UAE trade licence, authorized signatory Emirates ID, desired sender name (max 11 alphanumeric characters, no spaces). BulkSMSHub manages the complete process. Approval: 3–5 business days.
What is DLT registration for SMS in India?
DLT (Distributed Ledger Technology) is India's TRAI-mandated blockchain-based SMS registration system. All businesses sending SMS in India must register: (1) Principal Entity (company registration), (2) SMS Header/Sender ID (max 6 characters), (3) Message Templates. Without DLT registration, SMS messages are blocked. BulkSMSHub is a registered DLT aggregator. Registration takes 5–7 business days.
What is CITC sender ID registration in Saudi Arabia?
In Saudi Arabia, commercial SMS sender IDs must be approved by the Communications, Space & Technology Commission (CITC, formerly CITC). Requirements: Saudi Commercial Registration (CR), National Address Certificate, Authorization Letter. Sender ID must be in Arabic or English, max 11 characters, must represent your brand. Approval: 5–10 business days. BulkSMSHub's Riyadh team manages all KSA registrations.
What characters are allowed in a sender ID?
Most countries allow alphanumeric sender IDs: letters (a-z, A-Z) and numbers (0-9). Maximum 11 characters in most markets (6 characters in India for DLT headers). Spaces are NOT allowed in most countries. Special characters (!@#$ etc.) are generally not permitted. Generic words like "INFO", "ALERT", "SMS", "PROMO" are typically rejected — sender IDs must represent your brand name.
How much does sender ID registration cost?
Sender ID registration is included FREE with all BulkSMSHub plans from $29/month. There are no additional government fees for UAE (TDRA), Saudi Arabia (CITC) or Qatar (CRA). India DLT registration has a nominal TRAI fee (~INR 500) which BulkSMSHub covers for Professional plans and above. USA 10DLC registration has a TCR brand fee ($4/brand) and campaign fee which are passed at cost.
Can I have multiple sender IDs?
Yes. You can register multiple sender IDs for different brands, products or message types. For example, a bank might register "BankOTP" for transactional SMS and "BankOffers" for promotional SMS. Each sender ID requires separate registration. BulkSMSHub manages unlimited sender IDs on Business and Enterprise plans.
What happens if I send SMS without a registered sender ID?
In regulated markets, SMS sent without a registered sender ID are typically: (1) Replaced with a random number or short code, (2) Blocked by the receiving carrier, (3) Delivered with "UNKNOWN" or "PROMO" sender (not your brand). In India, unregistered headers are completely blocked since TRAI DLT mandate (2019). In UAE, TDRA-non-compliant SMS are filtered by Etisalat and du. Always register before sending.
What is 10DLC registration for USA SMS?
10DLC (10-Digit Long Code) is the US carrier standard for business SMS via 10-digit local phone numbers. All business SMS in the USA must be registered with TCR (The Campaign Registry). Registration requires: EIN (Employer Identification Number), legal business name, website, message use case, sample messages. BulkSMSHub manages complete 10DLC registration. Processing: 3–5 business days. Required since 2022.
📝 Apply for Sender ID Registration
Fill the form & upload documents. We handle the rest.
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